Media Law International 2026 – we’re taking things to the next level having received new accolades
Today, media law is an extremely complex field, extending far beyond the battle for corrections and swift rulings in election-related cases.
These are complex processes involving hard financial issues, the shape of capital markets, and ultimately the success of M&A transactions. They include proceedings concerning the protection of intellectual property, rights to trademarks, content and brands, as well as cases with the highest stakes – freedom of speech, which is the foundation of our democracy.
Our rise in the latest Media Law International ranking and new individual recognitions for Piotr Kochański (Leading Lawyer) and Bartłomiej Galos (Outstanding Associate) are the best confirmation that in all these battles we are playing in the top global league. And we have people on board who understand this perfectly.
An elite group: Leading Lawyer and Outstanding Associate
We handle sensitive cases requiring careful planning, vigilance and complex strategies that take into account even the smallest detail of the puzzle. Such proceedings require both the experience and expertise of masters, as well as highly efficient managers who manage processes on an ongoing basis and respond skilfully to changes.
They need people and teams who are not afraid to stand up to politicians, corporations and those who abuse positions of power. People who, thanks to this vision and tenacity, are changing the Polish and Central European media market every day. People like:
- Piotr Kochański – recognised as a Leading Lawyer (a distinction awarded to just 18 lawyers across Poland), who proves that it is worth taking on the most high-stakes cases. Even if it involves risk.
- Bartłomiej Galos – Outstanding Associate (only two Polish lawyers were honoured in this category), who proves that at Kochański & Partners the younger generation has a fantastic opportunity to spread its wings, setting new standards for the entire market
Media is not just about words. It’s about IP, M&A and capital markets
Our work goes far beyond traditional press law.
We understand that modern media are, above all, powerful business assets that require protection across multiple fronts simultaneously.
What do we do for market leaders
- We administer vast IP portfolios: we maintain over 450 trademarks and designs for brands with a 70-year history
- We win cases before the Supreme Court, establishing groundbreaking case law in disputes with collective management organisations (CMOs)
- We bridge worlds: we support M&A transactions and tax processes for the largest media groups, ensuring their security in the world of digital transformation
- We handle cases that set precedents on a European scale
“For over 26 years, the right to information and freedom of speech have been a bastion which we will defend regardless of political or corporate pressure. But the fight for these values is now also taking place in the realms of technology, intellectual property and complex financial regulations. Our rise in the Media Law International rankings is a signal to our clients that we have the knowledge and courage to protect their interests and reputation” – emphasises Piotr Kochański, Managing Partner.
We have proven that we can change the rules of the game
Precedents in the defence of freedom and facts
From the very beginning, we have been shaping the standards of public debate in Poland and the region. We specialize in SLAPP suits – high-stakes disputes in which we effectively thwart attempts to silence the media. Thanks to our proprietary defence model and our relentless exposure of our opponents’ errors, we ensure safety for journalists and publishers, and for the public, access to information and the freedom of public debate.
Real-time reputation protection
In the fast-paced world of social media and 24/7 news, we are able to operate efficiently even under extreme time pressure. We support international corporations in crisis management, identifying anonymous authors and the immediate removal of unlawful content. We advise even before a publication appears and manage vast IP portfolios comprising hundreds of trademarks and established titles. This is a powerful shield protecting our clients’ reputations.
A business-oriented approach: Media is more than just words
We are well aware that media law is one element of a broader business strategy. That is why we skilfully combine it with expertise in M&A, IP, tax and technology. We comprehensively guide media groups through complex deals, manage tax matters, and effectively secure and commercialise copyrights.
We take a broad view, which is why we are able to support clients at every stage, from day-to-day editorial work to multi-million-zloty capital transactions.
The full ranking results are here.
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